In this episode of What’s The Reason For This, Kodi and Shay welcome special guests Jillian Quinlan and Jill from the nonprofit organization Healing the Herd. The discussion dives into the organization’s mission to provide harm reduction resources and education to communities, particularly within the music scene. Jillian, a nurse, explains the critical need for resources like Narcan and fentanyl test strips to prevent overdoses, especially as the opioid epidemic continues to impact unsuspecting individuals. Jill shares her personal story of administering Narcan at a concert, illustrating how quick action and proper tools can save lives.

The conversation sheds light on the stigma surrounding harm reduction efforts. Jillian and Jill stress that carrying Narcan isn’t about condoning drug use; rather, it’s about protecting and ...